Manufacturing Summer Placement Review

by Tata Steel

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Currently in my 4th week, I am thoroughly enjoying my internship so far. I have learnt and developed upon my previous skills and knowledge and I am keen to continue learning.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I feel valuable, I have been assigned multiple tasks upon which need to be completed individually and collectively. I am also able to work on my own which suggest I am reliable and valuable to the department.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Initially I was given lots of support to get me started however a couple weeks in and I am working more independently but if I have a query questions are the best means of help from my colleagues.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Busy! I enjoy being busy as the day goes by fast, however the company aims to not put too much work load on employees as it can induce additional stress.

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I have been assigned 3 projects to complete while in my internship, in hope of which will increase the efficiency the production and reduce delays within my department

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Undertaking primarily a engineering based internship while studying a BSc Geography degree, I have developed a broad range of skill what has improved my overall knowledge and skill set also my network with a range of people within multiple industries.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • General atmosphere I friendly and welcoming

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Well organised with a daily meetings taken in the morning to outline priority tasks of the day along side personal projects

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • They have helped me on developing my skills within the Engineering sector, growing my knowledge

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Above 25 days holiday
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Potential for being hired after graduating in my final year.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Graduate schemes have set up social society's in which activities are taken place outside of the work place to socialise and to generate money for charity.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I live at home and commute to work

    5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • N/a

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes lots with opportunity with graduate scheme MAGNET

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Wales

July 2019

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